AR Triggers Timney or Geissele or???

[Pokie Pa]

My AR has a gritty trigger and a pull weight over 6.5. I am looking for a smoother trigger
(single or double stage) with a pull around 4lbs. I don't want to break the bank either.
If you have other triggers under $200, I am open to all suggestions.
I am looking at the below triggers. Since I can't feel any of them, I am asking for your opinions and why.

Thanks for your input in advance.

GEISSELE AR15 2 Stage Trigger, G2S (05-145)

Timney Single Stage Competition Trigger - 4 pound - 668-S

LaRue Tactical MBT-2S Trigger

[Capw]

I put a Timney in my R-15. Made a huge difference. Not sure if it's the same model as above but it did cost about $200.

[yetti462]

My Dad has timneys in all of his ar's. 3# I think. That is what I'm going to put in mine in the near future.

[R.D.]

If you are keeping it under $200 then you have already narrowed it down to 2 of the best Choices. Personally I would get the LaRue MBT-2. From the guys I know who shoot 3-gun, they are by far some of the best triggers out there for the $. Some will say they are better than the SSA triggers. I cannot speak personally for that, but that is just what I hear & read as well.

Geissele has a very large following for a reason, they make some of the Best 2-stg triggers out there.

I have not used or shot many with Timney, so I will not speculate or compare them to what I know. From a stock Mil-Spec trigger to upgrade would be a BCM-PNT or a ALG Defense ACT type. The LaRue & Geissele 2-stage is definitely a step up from even those as well.

I have a BCM-PNT in one of my builds & feels pretty good IMO. No grit & clean break about 5.5ish. Reset is spot on with no over-travel travel at all, quick & precise. Stock S&W has always had a crappy FG IMO.....the BCM or ALG is def a step up, but a 2-stage is a leap forward


that's just my .02 though

[Pokie Pa]

Thanks R.D. I have not made up my mind yet, but leaning towards the LARUE and the price is right. Just have to wait a month for delivery but worth it from
all what I have ready. I have been looking hard at the ALG ACT and putting JP 3.5 springs in them I can do that for $70. But then the LARUE is $125 for
a 2 stage. I have to make my mind up soon. Thanks for your 2 cents. I always appreciate input

[adchunts]

You might also take a look at the POF line of triggers. I have one in my .300 Blackout, and really like it.

[R.D.]

POF set themselves apart in the AR-10 market & they have very good quality components, but I don't think they are any better or stronger in that category than the rest listed in an AR-15. They make some very unique sets with Skeleton type as well as some of there 2-st g as well. But can be a very tough comparison when put up against the SSA as well as the MBT-2.......again, nothing wrong with them, just my opinion, I know they vary as well


Tim, keep in mind when you put a lower spring rate in a 1-stg trigger, you increase the change of a light strike. The only advantage of have the JP springs is to enhance some of the lighter trigger groups as well as few other things. Yes they have been successful in a lot of builds, some even listed here on the BBC. Personally, I like a much more pronounced/tactile break than worrying about another Lb or so less pull on it. You can get very use to firing with a 4-5lb trigger as you can a 2-3. It's just a matter of how good it is manufactured.

[65panhed]

I recommend The Geiselle SSAE!!!!! Whatta trigger!

[Pokie Pa]

I recommend The Geiselle SSAE!!!!! Whatta trigger!

Well, I know you have good taste if you have a '65 Pan. Had a chopper years back with a Iron Head in it. Talk about pissing blood.
Sold it and got a Soft Tail custom. Then a Road king (didn't like the road king much) My last ride was a Fatboy and loved it.
Sold it due to back problems with surgery. BOY I sure miss the wind in my face...

[Pokie Pa]

I went with the LaRUE MBT-2S trigger. I talked to a few who had various triggers and they all agree that
the LaRue was the best trigger for the money. Many compared it to the $250 Geissele.
Thanks to all who replied. This ones for you >

[Igore67]

I went with the LaRUE MBT-2S trigger. I talked to a few who had various triggers and they all agree that
the LaRue was the best trigger for the money. Many compared it to the $250 Geissele.
Thanks to all who replied. This ones for you >

I would have went the same way. Let us know what you experience; felt differences between a LaRue and a run of the mill $40 trigger group.

[Pokie Pa]

I will post when I install it and test it at the range. I also have a trigger meter (poundage tester) and will post the stages. Thanks

[brownndown]

I have a Rock River Arms 2 stage in my rifle, it is good and under 200$

[Pokie Pa]

I will post when I install it and test it at the range. I also have a trigger meter (poundage tester) and will post the stages. Thanks

Well all finished with the LaRue MBT 2S trigger (http://www.larue.com/larue-tactical-mbt-2s-trigger)
It was an easy 5 minute install. The price is WAY LOW for the quality of the trigger components. In the shipped box I received some stickers, and a catalog
and a few copies of the US Constitution. These guys are pure patriots in every sense of the word.
As I was saying, the install was very easy and they even included an extra HD spring if you wanted the actual MIL-SPEC pull. I put my trigger guage on it and
it averaged 4.5 pounds with 6 pulls. Very crisp and clean break. I am very impressed with this LaRue MBT trigger.
I had it in 4 days and only paid for "I am in no hurry" price.

[65panhed]

Hey Pokie jus gettin back online after crashing 01 Roadking 4/6. I'm not sure you can go wrong with any name brand trigger! Good luck with the Larue. My sig 516 had a single stage Wilson Combat in it when I got it. R&R to the SSAE and I love it. when researching, I thought that if Geieselle was good enuff for special forces, it would do for me. Always keep your eyes on places like Primary Arms. I got the SSAE for 180 + 8 shipping. Enjoy your rifle, I'm gonna layy around for another 8-12 weeks.